hula hoop

The "hula hoop" is a popular toy and fitness tool that gained widespread fame in the 1950s, though its origins trace back to ancient times.

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Definition

A2Recreation

A circular toy, usually made of plastic, spun around the body, especially the waist, for fun.

Example

  • Children love to play with a hula hoop in the park.

B1Fitness

A circular device used for exercise by spinning it around various parts of the body to improve posture, balance, and muscle tone.

Example

  • Hula hooping is a fun way to work out and stay fit.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "hula hoop":

hoop jumperhoop snakejump rope